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BioStack Microplate Stacker

The BioStack™ Microplate Stacker is the result of BioTek's years of experience in microplate automation. Through its compatibility with a range of detection and liquid handling systems, the BioStack offers life science laboratories increased throughput for a variety of applications in genomics, proteomics, drug discovery and clinical diagnostics. Speed, ease of use and walk away automation are guaranteed for any routine microplate process.

When used with the new 405™ Touch Microplate Washer, EL406™ Washer Dispenser,  ELx405™ Washer,  MultiFlo™ Microplate Dispenser or MicroFill™  Dispenser, the BioStack's small footprint fits easily in standard laboratory hoods and doesn't require a computer. As a batch processor for the PowerWave™ or Synergy™ Microplate Readers, the BioStack interfaces seamlessly with BioTek's Gen5™ Data Analysis Software. Up to two BioStacks can be integrated to the Precision™ Pipetting System  for unattended plate replication, bulk reagent dispensing or a number of other liquid handling operations. The BioStack Microplate Stacker is a simple and cost-effective solution for bench top automation of BioTek's microplate components.

BioStack integrated with Licor’s Odyssey Sa Infrared Imaging System
 

 

 

 

BioStack integrated with Licor’s Odyssey Sa Infrared Imaging System.

  • Automates routine laboratory procedures
  • Adds stacking capability to BioTek's microplate instrumentation:
  • 30 or 50 standard height microplates per interchangeable stack
  • Simple to use for all laboratory personnel
  • Restacking capability
  • Variable microplate input
  • Small footprint conserves precious benchtop space
  • Universal design compatible with all supported BioTek instrumentation
  • Designed for heavy use with aluminum precision-ground base
  • Linear mechanisms built around proven BioTek technology
  • Quiet operation with cams activated by stepper motors
  • No moving parts to wear within motors
  • Gripper incorporates rack and pinion drive for synchronistic movement
  • Reliable transport with microplate gripped from below
  • Onboard self diagnostics ensures trouble-free operation

BIOSTACK2
BioStack Microplate Stacker - Fixed Wrist: Supports 0° integrations. Includes 1 Instrument Integration Kit. Stacks sold separately.

BIOSTACK2WR
BioStack Microplate Stacker - Rotational Wrist: Supports 90° and 0° integration. Includes 1 Instrument Integration Kit. Stacks sold separately.

General
Microplate types ANSI/SBS Standard and low profile 96-, 384- and 1536 well plates
Microplate orientation Landscape and portrait
Microplate capacity 10-, 30- and 50- plate stacks are removable and interchangeable; Contain 10 or up to 50, 96- or 384-well plates per stack. Up to 75 1536-well plates with 50-plate stack option.
Compatible BioTek Instruments 405 Touch, EL406, ELx405, MultiFlo, MicroFill, MicroFlo Select, Precision, PowerWave and Synergy Multi-Mode and Hybrid Microplate Readers
Physical Characteristics
Weight 24 lbs (10.9 kg)
Dimensions Length: 18.5" (46.9 cm)
Width: 7" (17.8 cm)

Height when integrated with the following instruments:

ELx405, EL406, MultiFlo, MicroFlo Select, MicroFill:
14" (35.6 cm) without stacks
23" (58.4 cm) with 30-microplate stacks
33" (83.4 cm) with 50-microplate stacks
Precision:
15" (37.0 cm) without stacks
24" (61.1 cm) with 30-microplate stacks
34" (86.1 cm) with 50-microplate stacks
PowerWave, Synergy
16" (40.6 cm) without stacks
25" (63.5 cm) with 30-microplate stacks
35" (88.5 cm) with 50-microplate stacks
Note: BioStack is 0.28" (0.71 cm) higher with Synergy readers with/without stacks

Weight: 24 lbs (10.9 kg)
External Power Supply Compatible with 100 - 240 V ±10% 50-60 Hz
Consumption 100 watts maximum
Regulatory
Regulatory Complies with In Vitro Diagnostics (IVD) Directive. All BioTek microplate instrumentation is CE and ETL marked.

Specifications are subject to change.

Optional

BioStack Integration Kits

7110004 BioStack Integration Kit for Precision
7310009 BioStack Integration Kit for Synergy HT accessory has picture
7310010 BioStack Integration Kit for ELx405 accessory has picture
7310011 BioStack Integration Kit for PowerWave HT and PowerWave XS accessory has picture
7310012 BioStack Integration Kit for MicroFill accessory has picture
7310019 BioStack Integration Kit for Synergy 2, Synergy Mx and Synergy 4 accessory has picture
7310020 BioStack Integration Kit for MicroFlo Select accessory has picture
7310027 BioStack Integration Kit for EL406 accessory has picture
7310029 BioStack Integration Kit for MultiFlo
7310031 BioStack Integration Kit for Synergy H1
7310035 405™ TS/BioStack Integration Kit

Miscellaneous

7310008 Set of 30-Microplate Storage Stacks accessory has picture
7310017 Barcode Scanner Kit
7310023 Set of 50-Microplate Storage Stacks accessory has picture
7310030 Set of 10-Microplate Storage Stacks

Product Qualification Packages

7310530 BioStack Qualification Package

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Certifications

  • IVD Compliant

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